L. Ma has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -21.9 to 30.1, with at least one match where L. Ma was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving L. Ma vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +16 over the last five.

S. Daavettila comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 2. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.6 to 36.7, with at least one match where S. Daavettila was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving S. Daavettila vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +14 over the last five.